Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.
Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Certified Registered Dental Assistant, Dental Assistant (DA), Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA), Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery Assistant, Orthodontic Assistant (Ortho Assistant), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Surgical Dental Assistant
| Percentile | 10% | 25% | 50% (Median) | 75% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage | $26,220 | $30,650 | $36,680 | $42,620 | $48,950 |
| Hourly Wage | $12.61 | $14.73 | $17.63 | $20.49 | $23.53 |
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 2,870 | 3,310 | 15% | 390 |
| United States | 354,600 | 378,000 | 7% | 39,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Northeastern College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Blytheville, AR | At least one but less than two years: 11 |
| Blue Cliff College-Fayetteville | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Fayetteville, AR | At least one but less than two years: 0 |
| Eastern College of Health Vocations-Little Rock | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Little Rock, AR | Less than one year: 71 |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | Bentonville, AR | At least one but less than two years: 12 Less than one year: 33 |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College | Dental Assisting/Assistant | North Little Rock, AR | At least one but less than two years: 13 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access Control Security Officer | Allied Universal | Springdale, Arkansas | 07/25/2021 | Yes |
| Assistant Manager | Gpm Investments LLC | Ashdown, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| Assistant Manager - Restaurant/Retail | Veterans Canteen Service | N. Little Rock, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| CDL Class A Truck Driver - No Touch Freight | Ryder System | White Hall, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | Yes |
| Customer Service Lead | Burlington | Jonesboro, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| Customer Service Representative Medical Equipment | Rotech Healthcare Inc. | LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| DHS PROGRAM ASSISTANT | Arkansas Government Job | North Little Rock, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| DHS PROGRAM ASSISTANT | Arkansas Government Job | Mountain View, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| Early Childhood Teacher | Learning Care Group | Fayetteville, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
| Equipment Yard Coordinator | Hugg & Hall Equipment Co | Little Rock, Arkansas | 07/24/2021 | No |
